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She was born in Wilmington, DE, eldest daughter of the late James and Filomena (Piluso) Lumb; was a graduate of Conrad High School; and in addition to dedicating her life to raising her family, she worked as a paraprofessional in the Meadowood Program of the Red Clay School District for over 20 years.
Phyllis was known for her kind heart. She saw the best in everyone and had a wonderfully positive outlook on life. She was selfless and fiercely loyal to her family and friends. She adored her two grandchildren.
She is survived by her son, Jeff Hopper and his wife, Jackie; her grandchildren, Emma and Chase; her siblings, Ede Paoletti (Richard), Benjamin Lumb (Julie), and Terri Snead; as well as members of her extended family and close friends.
In addition to her parents, Phyllis was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Doug, in 2018; and her brother, Jimmy Lumb.
A viewing will be held from 3:00 - 5:00pm on Thursday, May 9th, 2024 at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808, with a funeral service celebrated directly after at 5:00pm. Interment will be held privately at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to The Special Olympics of Delaware or to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Denise Foreman
June 3, 2024
I worked with Phyllis at H.B.duPont Middle School. She was one of the kindest people I have ever met. I am very sad to hear of her passing. May the Lord Bless and keep her family and her friends.
Denise A. Foreman
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